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#208 of 253 private schools in LA
St Thomas More Catholic High School
High School
450 E FARREL RD, Lafayette, LA 70508
Enrollment
928
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
928
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#208 of 253
In Lafayette
#4 of 9
public schools
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St Thomas More Catholic High School
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About St Thomas More Catholic High School
St Thomas More Catholic High School is a private high school in Lafayette, LA. St Thomas More Catholic High School serves approximately 928 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas More Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #208 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- LA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
St Thomas More Catholic High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Thomas More Catholic High School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Lafayette, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic High School (this school) | 5.0 |
| O. Comeaux High School | 5.6 |
| Lafayette High School | 7.0 |
| Early College Academy | 7.0 |
| Acadiana High School | 4.4 |
| JCFA Lafayette | 4.6 |
| Edward J Sam Accelerated School of Lafayette | 5.7 |
| Northside High School | 4.1 |
| David Thibodaux STEM Magnet Academy | 7.4 |
| Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy | 3.6 |
| Carencro High School | 4.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in LA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in LA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
450 E FARREL RD, Lafayette, LA 70508
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thomas More Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lafayette High School (rated 7.0/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Early College Academy (rated 7.0/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, O. Comeaux High School (rated 5.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,017
Median Home Value
$299,200
Median Rent
$1,244/mo
Population
39,364
College Educated
47.3%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thomas More Catholic High School
What grades does St Thomas More Catholic High School serve?
St Thomas More Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Thomas More Catholic High School?
St Thomas More Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 928 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Catholic High School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Thomas More Catholic High School rank in LA?
St Thomas More Catholic High School ranks #208 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is St Thomas More Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thomas More Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Thomas More Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, St Thomas More Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Thomas More Catholic High School a religious school?
St Thomas More Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 928
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Lafayette Parish
- Phone
- (337) 988-3700
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